Mirela

girlLatin / RomanceNot a traditional Muslim name

Mirela is a Latin / Romance girl name meaning “Admirable, wonderful”.

MeaningAdmirable, wonderful
GenderGirl
OriginLatin / Romance
Pronunciationmee-REH-lah
Muslim name?Not a traditional Muslim name

Meaning and origin of Mirela

Mirela comes from Latin mirari, 'to admire, to wonder at', and is usually explained as 'admirable'. It spread in Romania, Albania and the former Yugoslavia in the 20th century. Among Albanians and Bosniaks it is used regardless of religion, but it has no Islamic or Arabic background.

Is Mirela a Muslim name?

Mirela is not a traditional Muslim name; it is of Latin origin, though some Muslim families in the Balkans use it. Islamic names with a similar sound include Merima, Amira and Mariam.

Where is the name Mirela used?

Used in Albania, Bosnia, Croatia and Romania.

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Spellings and variants of Mirela

Mirella

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mirela mean?

Mirela means 'Admirable, wonderful'. It comes from Latin / Romance.

Is Mirela a Muslim name?

Mirela is not a traditional Muslim name; it is of Latin origin, though some Muslim families in the Balkans use it. Islamic names with a similar sound include Merima, Amira and Mariam.

How do you pronounce Mirela?

Mirela is pronounced mee-REH-lah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.